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#201 Re: General Discussion » Regeneration Indicator » 2021-10-07 11:00:34
Yes it makes sense to use the glowplugs, at least for extra electrical load.
My DPF only has a temperature sensor and differential pressure sensor. I have read that some systems added an extra diesel injector to the DPF. Post imjection would do the same thing - the main downside is that diesel ends up in the sump, diluting the oil. Even worse the oil level can rise risking diesel runaway. That's why there is an oil level check every time the ignition is started.
#202 Re: General Discussion » Regeneration Indicator » 2021-10-05 15:50:24
My understanding is that to get the exhaust temperature up to 500C, in addition to the increased electrical load, extra diesel is post injected into the cylinders and thus into the the exhaust.
In my case, since my nice Bosch battery was knackered by our local dealer, the alternator runs at full voltage 90% of the time. This means that there is no need to switch the mirror heaters on, and thus no light. I rely on Torque (the FAP app no longer works for me) on the phone to show me how much (calculated) soot is in the DPF. I now know that regens happen typically every 350 miles, so I know roughly when to check the level.
#203 Re: General Discussion » "Garmin" not all as it seems » 2021-09-21 11:46:28
Been a long time user of TomTom, with my Ipaq 4150 and Globalsat Blutooth GPS, and even ran it on an Orange SPV200E.
Still using it on a dedicated unit, but I have to say that as time goes on the functionality gets worse and worse.
Among the many faults, it insists in coming off perfectly good A roads, down narrow residential roads, to potentially save save a few seconds. Although sometimes I just go with it for the hell of it.
With POIs it will take you as close as possible, as happened a few years ago where it took me to Les Deux Alps, where the campsite was close by, but actually in the village 1000m below.
#204 Re: General Discussion » addblue » 2021-09-21 11:23:33
Could you just put some in and top it up? If you can find the tank and how to fill it, whats stopping you from buying a bottle from Ebay and filling it up yourself. They seem to cost about £30 for 1L.
Unfortunately the ECU estimates how much fluid is left, and when it reaches a certain level, the van will go into limp mode.
So the ECU needs to be told that the tank has been refilled.
#205 Re: General Discussion » Clutch actuator voltage high?? » 2021-09-16 07:34:05
Seaching around would suggest that the code is nonsense. People had a faulty MAF sensor or coolant sensor or brake switch.
#206 Re: General Discussion » addblue » 2021-09-13 14:57:05
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Thanks for the reply, at 80k the van was with the previous owner, never heard of eolys fluid Presumably it won't need topping up until 160k?
Only way to tell is with peugeot diagnostics. This will tell you how much is left. So its a dealer job, unless you have access to lexia & diagbox.
You should be able to see the tank, its underside near the passenger door on my van.
#207 Re: General Discussion » Eco mode » 2021-09-13 14:50:51
How do other people get on with Eco mode? (battery saving system). My 2014 Dispatch the Eco mode seems to be more sensitive than necessary, cutting off ancillary equipment until the engine is restarted, I understand it saves enough power so you can always start the engine, but it's a pain having to start the engine just to open the windows or use the radio Has anyone come up with a workaround for this
Unfortunately its a complete clusterfck.
No way to tweak it.
Just remember if you break down, to wind the windows up.
#208 Re: Maintenance » Wont start all of a sudden » 2021-09-11 17:52:54
Search the forum for "stop solenoid"
This was my story https://dispatchexpertscudo.org.uk/foru … php?id=355
#209 Re: Camper Conversions » New Expert Build » 2021-09-09 19:20:44
For your heater, take a look at these.
https://www.weeklydeals4less.com/produc … dy-heater/
Small enough to fit under the seats, though the tilt sensor inside needs to be removed first.
Many people seem to go with consumer units for the mains, which I think is overkill. I fitted fused rcd spur which is tiny compared. https://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/S … HtEALw_wcB
#210 Re: General Discussion » addblue » 2021-09-09 15:15:10
Where do I top-up with Addblue Mk2 2ltr 2014 Dispatch
Aaddblue will be for the next euro6 vans 2016+
These vans use eolys fluid, which is topped as a service item @80k+
#211 Re: Camper Conversions » Brenda » 2021-09-02 18:17:39
Proper lovely down there. We walked the opposite way from Lulworth though it was daytime, so no glow worms.
If you're ever down that way in your van, i can recommend the New Inn at Church Knowle near Wareham. 12 quid a night for a pitch, no hook up but a good outdoor shower and superb food.
Stayed there 30 years ago and loved it
#212 Re: Maintenance » Starter ? » 2021-08-27 22:19:12
Stop solenoid wouldn't prevent the engine turning over would it? I thought it just stops the fuel pump injecting fuel
Yes, didn't read it properly.
#213 Re: Maintenance » Starter ? » 2021-08-27 21:13:15
Hi all. Just wondering on your thoughts but my van had a starter put in back in March 2020. Then never got to use my van due to Covid times and last month it had starting issues again and another starter put in. Now tonight i was going out and the van never turned over again. All lights came on but nowt. Starter again or just a faulty one been put in ?
If its not the starter then the next suspect would be the stop solenoid.
#214 Re: Camper Conversions » New Expert Build » 2021-08-25 14:10:38
Well it looks like the garage is struggling to find the reason why the turbo has low boost. If it hasn't been found by tomorrow I will probably pull the van back home. Order a copy of Lexia and the cables from ebay and maybe replace the Turbo pressure solenoid, which i believe is the wastegate solenoid. It's £35 for one on ebay. No idea where it is located, but guessing its somewhere behind the engine where the EGR and turbo are.
I believe its the EGR page in the DW10 Spec, component number 4 on the diagram. That would be my first guess. At least that's what a lot of sites say might be the cause. Checking it requires causing an open circuit, which I guess means unplugging the power connector.
@tee_cee, which Lexia/Diagbox is sufficient. Can I get the v7.83 which seems quite old. Like below?
Lexia3/PP2000 Diagbox V7.83 Interface Diagnostic OBD2 Chip For Citroen Peugeot
Checked my version and it's v7.76, which works well with my 2015 Expert. I believe that offline telecoding functions start to disappear after v7.58. Here is some info on different versions https://www.frenchcarforum.co.uk/wiki/D … 7.06_On%29
If you need to download the vmware image for this (and servicebox) here is a link https://1drv.ms/t/s!AnTXjZ-FNkL4n10PBxc … K?e=PLAQtP
#215 Re: Camper Conversions » Dispatch Conversion on youtube » 2021-08-15 20:57:57
Like a vw conversion in a citroen - all style and no storage. Do fancy the heater tho
#216 Re: Camper Conversions » Single passenger seat » 2021-08-04 20:07:29
Thanks, will keep an eye out for the later model seats
Just make sure that the base is included. If not then ask if its available.
#217 Re: Camper Conversions » Single passenger seat » 2021-08-04 17:13:00
Thanks, do the C8 come with a swivel base?
Mine seats did, but I'd say the chance of getting one these days are slim.
With the expert 2007+ seats you can get a Fasp swivel plat which works ok.
The actual seats have different pitches but the fixings to the floor are the same. Think of the base being an adapter.
Some on here have made their own base and used a univeral swivel plate. More work, but you can then put on whatever seat you want
#218 Re: Camper Conversions » Single passenger seat » 2021-08-04 15:23:44
I fitted a C8 swivel, also the 2007+ expert seats use the same base
#219 Re: Camper Conversions » Solar upgrade! Got 200W on my roof » 2021-08-03 15:53:27
Do you need any clearance under the panel? Seems like my van should be 1942mm high, so it might just fit
#220 Re: General Discussion » Wont start when warm! (mk1) » 2021-08-03 14:34:50
Well done. I guess you are on your holiday now, just in time.
#221 Re: Camper Conversions » Solar upgrade! Got 200W on my roof » 2021-08-02 18:40:26
Thanks for that, those panels look good. I went flexi because the van is 197cm, so I guess these would tip me over 2m. How will you mount the panel?
#222 Re: Camper Conversions » Solar upgrade! Got 200W on my roof » 2021-08-01 20:03:46
Funny thing is there is little evidence of this type of failure on the net. When I get home I'll tryy to repair, but If I do buy some more I'll maybe get branded with warranty.
#223 Re: Camper Conversions » Solar upgrade! Got 200W on my roof » 2021-08-01 14:38:13
Both my flex panels have stopped working. 100w and 60w in series. Measuring at the panel junction boxes, the 100w puts out 0v, and the 60w is 0v in full sun and puts out 20v (1A) as the sun goes away.
I guess that the full on sun a couple of weeks ago has somehow overheated the panels and broken some internal wiring.
Somewhat pissed off with these panels now. I have already had one with poor output, and one blew off my roof (my fault that one)
#224 Re: Camper Conversions » New Expert Build » 2021-07-21 13:15:38
I guess it depends on how far you want to go. The lexia interface and diagbox clones are is the standard tool. There is a lot of marketing around software and hardware versions but for a 2006 van probably any version will be ok. The bigest issue is running the software, because it wiil not work on windows 10 or any 64 bit system.
I installed mine (8 years ago) on an xp vmware install and it took ages to go through all the upgrades etc. Maybe easier now.
For simple error codes and parameter reading the Fap(lite) app is good, apart from lack of updates and support from the developer. Sadly this is what happens once the money starts coming in - like Torque app.
#225 Re: Camper Conversions » New Expert Build » 2021-07-20 08:35:27
Just looked again and yours is 06, so none of what I've said applies to you since my van is 2015